Last Updated on April 12, 2022
The advantages of the Aliexpress marketplace are known to most American buyers and customers around the world: there is a wide variety of choices, relatively low prices, and unique Asian products that cannot be found anywhere else. However, when choosing clothes, confusion often arises: the Chinese sizes of Aliexpress clothing are not at all similar to American ones.
It is important to be careful when choosing a size, because it is not easy to make a return for the wrong size on AliExpress. If the description of the item was correct and the error is yours, you will not be able to claim a refund.
In this article, we will study in detail how to understand Chinese sizes in order to be ready for anything and always be satisfied with your purchases and wear things with pleasure.
AliExpress shoes size chart
On Aliexpress there is no standard shoe size format: some Aliexpress sellers use the Chinese system, some use the European system, some use the American system.
This can lead to a lot of confusion as they use very similar numbering when they are actually talking about completely different sizes.
Let’s have a look at the conversion table below:
Where can you find the conversion table in centimeters
The above mentioned table is a good description of how the sizes are differentiated and you can find the right one for your feet.
But it’s not the only way you can choose the size: on AliExpress there is a built-in system of sizes (only if a seller downloaded it into the system): you can tap on the size you need and there will appear a small conversion window.
If sellers don’t upload the conversion chart, they at least try to put an additional picture of the chart right into the set of pictures of a particular item.
How to measure your foot
In order to measure your foot, you need to place your foot comfortably and measure the length between the heel and toe. There is another life hack when you put your foot on the surface and make marks right on it: by removing your foot, you can measure the distance between the marks.
AliExpress clothing size chart
The product parameters in the product description on Aliexpress are a great help for the buyer. If the seller uses generally accepted European or American designations (sometimes the seller takes this into account), using these numbers you can find out the exact size of the item.
If you do not know your exact size, then to be more accurate, take measurements in one of the following ways: on your body using a tailor’s meter or by measuring a similar item from your wardrobe.
Each product on Aliexpress, with the exception of the Free size or One size format, has a dimensional grid, where there are designations of S, XS, L and so on. But with the same markings, it is quite possible for clothes from China to be one to three sizes smaller than American ones. To understand in which system the seller indicates the measurements, pay attention to the comments on the table.
As with shoes, AliExpress will show you the cm equivalent of each size by simply hovering over it with your mouse. If you need to check multiple measurements, we recommend that you click on “Size Info” to see the difference between different sizes.
In some cases you can see the special information from the seller about fitting: “fits true to size, take your normal size” – it means they have already checked how it fits to people not from China and have an updated and adapted Aliexpress size chart for a person from any country.
Clothes measure in centimeters / inches
So when speaking about measuring in centimeters, it’s the most comfortable way for China. That is why centimeters will be more accurate than any other types of measurements. Let’s take a look at the table below: there are all the already mentioned sizes with the conversion to centimeters:
How to measure your body
The best advice on how to properly measure your body to choose the right clothing size is to take a tape measure and measure yourself, write them down and, if possible, provide the results to the seller so that he checks if your expectations match reality.
Let’s look at the most common measurement options:
Shoulder: measure the circumference of the shoulders, with the arms lowered.
Bust: Pass a centimeter under the armpits, across the back and across the widest part of the chest.
Clothing length vertical: measured from the shoulder to the desired length to the waist.
Sleeve: measure from the extreme angle of the shoulder, with the arms down.
Waist: Measure at the height where you usually wear pants, it is recommended to take into account “with a finger” so that you can breathe freely.
Thigh: Measure across the widest part of the thigh.
Hip: Measure across the widest part of the hip.
Rings & jewelry
Jewelry on AliExpress uses the following US sizes:
Speaking of rings, if you don’t know your finger size, you can measure the circumference of the finger on which you want to wear your desired ring and use this chart to choose your US size.
AliExpress Children Size Chart
To make it easier for customers to determine the size, Aliexpress indicates the American marking of children’s clothing and additional parameters: weight, height, age of the child, and so on. The letter M stands for months – the age of the child in months. The T marking indicates the Toddler category – children from two to five years old.
Important info: Often you can find a disclaimer in the table or product description, from which it follows that the values are approximate and the size needs to be specified in the store. It is also worth noting that in Asian countries they love super mini skirts and 7/8 short sleeves. Thus, the tables will only help you navigate better, but it’s better to write to the seller anyway.
Shoes for children and babies
Shoes for kids are the most complicated thing to choose, because their feet grow very fast in the first years of life. That’s why it’s very important to be accurate in measurements. (A little trick from parents: remember that it’s always better to buy a little bigger size)
Clothing for children and babies
Let’s take a look at an extremely detailed chart with clothing sizes for babies and kids of any age (shown in inches):
Other sizes
While sizes of clothes and shoes are quite understandable, there are also a range of different accessories that we use in our everyday life and it’s needed to understand how we can measure them, too.
How to Choose Correct Underwear Size
Underwear includes briefs, bras, panties, socks.
To measure underpants, you simply use the same system shown in the clothing sizing section.
You need to measure yourself in the area where you usually wear your underpants. Then you go to the conversion table and see what size you have.
For bras, you can also use a tape measure: 45-degree bust to determine cup size, and lower bust to determine strap size:
Socks are measured in the same way as shoes: the only difference is that they vary in range, for example, an EU size of 39 to 42 is a Chinese M.
Gloves
If you want to buy gloves on AliExpress (whether they are winter gloves, motorcycle gloves, utility gloves or dress gloves), the process for determining the size of gloves is very similar: use a tape measure or a tailor’s meter and measure your wrist and the distance from your wrist to your middle finger.
Sunglasses
How to know the measurements of glasses? Very often we do not think about the size of the glasses when ordering them and this can become an issue, because despite the fact that glasses often have a standard shape, everyone still has different head, ear and distance sizes.
Handbags
It’s good when you know the desired dimensions of the bag so that it fits perfectly to your needs and image. For example, in the case of a briefcase, you should check if it is large enough to carry your laptop. Compare the sizes of all the items that are important for you to carry in this bag.
Take a look at the sizes below (shown in inches):
Watches
When choosing a watch, it is important to pay attention not only to its size in the circumference of the wrist, but also to the size of the dial, as they will not look the same on the wrists of different people. Therefore, it is highly recommended to check the diameter of the watch case (or if there is no information, ask the seller) to see if it is too big for your wrist and your style in general, although you may like it.
Many watches have versions for men and women with different case diameters and strap lengths.
It is also recommended that you first try on what you like in a real store and measure it, and then look for something similar to Aliexpress. This is definitely a win.
How to choose Jersey size on AliExpress
So, let’s take a brief look at the three most important things to remember when buying a jersey on aliexpress:
1. You are 90% buying a replica
Most (almost all!) sports jerseys on aliexpress are replicas, not authentic jerseys.
Nevertheless, Aliexpress jerseys are really high quality and are almost in no way inferior to the original ones. Why? Because even the original Adidas jerseys are made in garment factories in China, not in America.
The main thing to consider when choosing is quality, color, cost (sometimes it’s very cheap to skip past), and look at the reviews.
2. You don’t buy from the company
If it is important for you to support any team by buying their merch, then buying (in 90%) a replica, you do not support the original manufacturer. In any case, you buy a jersey from another person, you let him profit from your love for the team.
Therefore, if it matters to you, then choose more carefully what you want to purchase according to your values.
3. How to choose the right jersey size
People often make the mistake of buying clothes online because they can’t try them on right away, as they can in an offline store. However, online often provides many more opportunities to buy the thing you like, and for this you do not need to spend several hours moving from one store to another.
But to take advantage of this, you must know your body size and make sure it matches your aliexpress size so you don’t order the wrong one. If you do not know your clothing size, use the size chart and find yours.
Sizes may vary from seller to seller on Aliexpress
Due to the fact that even among Chinese suppliers clothes can vary in size, it is very important to double-check and make sure that you did everything right on your part so that you get the right clothes.
What are the most reliable ways to choose the right size for Aliexpress?
- Measure yourself according to the instructions and send your measurements to the seller.
- Read reviews. Unlike many other sites, feedback here reflects the real state of affairs and can be really useful, even if you only see the country of the sender, the size of the item, and the number of stars. And sometimes in the comments there is a detailed description, a real photo of a thing and a translation of Chinese clothing sizes from Aliexpress to American ones.
- You can also order the product in your local store in your country – then all sizes will perfectly match your ideas. To do this, select the “Sending from US” filter in the drop-down box on the right.
Conclusion
The truth is that every buyer of clothes or shoes on Aliexpress runs the risk of receiving a product that is not his size if he does not figure it out in advance and thoroughly study the features of the site.
Firstly, the magic of this Internet site is strong, and not everyone is able to resist it. Secondly, we can see examples of successful purchases on social networks and on thematic forums every day – therefore, we understand that we can adapt to these features.
In this article, we have studied in detail how to choose the size of clothes so that it fits your body perfectly. Order on Aliexpress with pleasure.
FAQ
How do I know what size I am on aliexpress?
To know your size, you should 1) measure yourself using a tailor’s meter, 2) take a look at the chart with all sizes converted to cm and inches.
Does Aliexpress have a size chart?
Yes, with AliExpress size chart you can pick the size of a particular clothing. Also, a lot of sellers provide their own chart of cloth sizes in the pictures.
What size is XL in China?
XL is 14-16 size in the US and 44-46 size in the European standard.
What is my size in China?
If you need to know your size, you need to measure yourself using a tailor’s meter according to the tutorial in the article. This is very important to do all the measurements accurately if you want to have a perfect fit of the clothes you’re going to buy on AliExpress.
